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Experience the romance of a BARN. "DO YOU THINK YOU LIVE IN A BARN"YES!!

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Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Experience the romance of a BARN. "DO YOU THINK YOU LIVE IN A BARN"YES!!

Enjoy my restored 1849 barn at the end of a secluded road. (it's a 240-acre farm). Remote, quiet location with a 3-acre backyard, firepit included. This isolated location still allows easy access to your college and Columbus destinations. Come back to the barn, snuggle up, build a fire, cook a meal, listen to coyotes, and see stars that are invisible in any metropolitan area. It is pure country air. So remote, yet 18 miles from all the new developments with Facebook,Intel, Google,Amazon.
This property has been in my family for four generations. Interesting note; Homer, Ohio is the home of the first woman to run for president, Victoria Woodhull, her running mate was Frederick Douglas(who didn't vote for her, btw!) in 1878. She is a relative of the initial owners, my great-grandparents. Check her story out!

First-floor bedroom, second-floor bedroom, second-floor bathroom with bathtub, shower, and sauna. Perfect for college parents' weekends @ Mount Vernon Nazarene, Denison, Kenyon, or Ohio State. 23 minutes driving to Kenyon College- 15.8 miles. It is 14 minutes to Denison- -14.8 miles and 44 minutes to Ohio State- 39.3 miles. It is approx. 45 minutes to Polaris Parkway, beginning of Columbus, mecca of shopping and restaurants. 40 minutes to Easton Town Centre.(another side of Columbus). About one hour to Amish Country. (Mount Hope) Ideal just as a retreat for the week or weekend. Sleep at least nine in total. Two in the private master bedroom(queen) and two in the private bedroom upstairs. (queen), lots of extra pillows ranging from soft to hard, both big and small. Master with private outdoor access and bathroom. Patio doors provide beautiful outside sounds and a breeze! We just installed a 24,000 BTU mini split in the living room. Although there is propane heat, those areas tend to be tough to heat and cool(30-foot ceilings)You should be warm or cool, no matter the temperature. The unit was just put in Oct,24, so hopefully the heat and cooling issue in the big area is solved. Only time will tell The pellet stove provides a visible fire while heating and the brick fireplace is beautiful. I have a board covering the fireplace to keep the heat from escaping when not in use. Just remove the board and enjoy a fire. In mild weather, nothing's better than opening the French doors and listening to the sounds of nature, silence, and a crackling fire in the backyard fire pit! When remodeling the barn; we tried to maintain the original structure's integrity. The stalls were removed for the custom kitchen, dining room, living room and bathroom. The cows were housed in the now-remodeled first-floor bedroom with a bathroom. The milkroom is now the laundry room. It has its own toilet and shower. It also has a separate entrance for dirty hikers, explorers, hunters, or even dogs to shower. Upstairs, what were haylofts, are now bedrooms and a game room. The kitchen is fully equipped with three coffee makers, one for ground, a French press, and one for the whole bean. There are. plenty of ground beans and packets of ground coffee for your use. SS newer LG appliances, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, instant pot, air fryer, toaster, spices, condiments, you and sugar. Bring your own bottled water, coffee creamer, and groceries. Granite countertops, microwave, stove, dishwasher, and refrigerator.No ice maker in fridge. There is Caraway and Cuisinart cookware. The reverse osmosis water filtration faucet is next to the farmhouse sink. Garbage disposal is a push-button control in the granite. Four bathrooms, central propane, and 24,000 BTU mini split heating. Central air cooling installed Feb. 2019. Six ceiling fans, USE FANS TO DRAW HEAT DOWN> 30-foot ceiling. 50,000 BTU pellet stove, Senville mini split artic heat, and the cool unit are in the main living area and a wood-burning fireplace. Today we installed Starlink Satellite, so you may stream to your heart's content. The upstairs television should also access Starlink but we have not messed with it yet. Feel free to use it. All the games are now in the old trunk under that tv in the game room.
The third bathroom on the first floor is in the mudroom. The toilet seat was broken for that bathroom, it will be fixed soon. This is an original barn. I've fought hurdles to make the barn a one-of-a-kind luxury experience in the middle of farm country. Having said that, Intel is beginning to start its chip factory ten minutes away. My guess is this remote location will be seeing a lot of changes!
There is pretty pure water, but we bring water to drink. There is a Reverse Osmosis silver faucet next to the sink. We do drink from there and use it for coffee.

I use a walker, the barn is handicap accessible. just one step into the barn, first-floor master, and bench and grab bars into the main bathrooms. The doors and hall are not wide enough for a wide wheelchair, but speaking from experience, it works with a walker—no need for steps. The walker stays at the barn in the first floor bedroom closet; if you need it.
It is treated for bugs every quarter, but, there very well may be some! The bugs are usually found on window sills dead daily after these treatments. I can’t do anything about that. It is cleaned on Sundays or Mondays, all bugs are swept up.That doesn’t mean you won’t find them in those few days it was empty. I made the choice better dead than flying around! So be aware, spring and fall is the worst for dead bugs. If you’re in and out a lot during the summer flies, will certainly get in the screen doors. This was not a purchased kit to mimic a barn. If I had done that, it wouldn’t be old and authentic, but I’ll bet I wouldn’t of had this bug problem! Wood beams, built with pegs rather than nails, mantle, and structure are the REAL deal. There are dogs, roosters, cows, and chickens across the lane! There are wetlands on the opposite with fowl, plenty of turkey and deer. Covid helped the coyote population, they are howling every night. I love to hear them, but, if you have a dog, DO NOT LET HIM OUT OF YOUR SIGHT! They may seem friendly, but they are not.

There is a four-burner propane Weber grill on the deck. Please make sure the propane is turned off totally and the grill is cleaned and covered after use. AVAILABLE. There is a fire pit outside, too. I provide one fire but please leave 1.00 per log if you use the fireplace and firepit more than once. Unfortunately, the rising cost of propane, electricity, firewood, pellets, towels, bedding, and paper products make it impossible to host without asking my guests to be aware of the struggles of hosting without losing money! So, I thank you for understanding the need to leave money for additional usage! No question is dumb and I welcome the opportunity to provide a unique, one-of-a-kind, intimate trip away from home! Thanks for looking.

Property manager

leslie studer

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Utica, OH

What's nearby

  • Mount Vernon Nazarene University - 24 min drive
  • Denison University - 27 min drive
  • Kenyon College - 31 min drive
  • Easton Town Center - 43 min drive
  • Ohio State University - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Watts Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Winery At Otter Creek - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nick's Village Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pioneer Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience the romance of a BARN. "DO YOU THINK YOU LIVE IN A BARN"YES!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Experience the romance of a BARN. "DO YOU THINK YOU LIVE IN A BARN"YES!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience the romance of a BARN. "DO YOU THINK YOU LIVE IN A BARN"YES!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Experience the romance of a BARN. "DO YOU THINK YOU LIVE IN A BARN"YES!! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Morris Woods State Nature Preserve, Beaver Lake, and Tech Lake. Meadowview Park and Ariel-Foundation Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Experience the romance of a BARN. "DO YOU THINK YOU LIVE IN A BARN"YES!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Property
Everyone was very pleased with the interior and accomodations of the barn
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice barn
Location was great for us
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandar H., Mccutchenville, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Had a really good time with friends.
The place is awesome and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., canton, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway!
The is a fantastic place! We were looking for a nice retreat. The back deck was the perfect place for morning coffee!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leslie is a great host!
We stayed at the barn for multiple nights and very much enjoyed it! We had a lot of space in the yard to hang out. Overall we would recommend staying at the barn!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication with the owner was exceptional. The barn was awesome and so beautiful. I felt so at home there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Barn experience!
Wonderful property, lovely owner, fantastic stay for our group. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Dave B.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay!
We had a great visit at this property! It was a convenient location for us, as we have family in the surrounding area. The barn is spacious but with a cozy feel and all the renovations they have done are impressive. It is stocked with everything you could want for your stay and then some. We will gladly return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Delightful Experience
7 of us siblings stayed at the barn. The barn is charming. Full kitchen. Bed linens were great. Beds very comfortable. This is a beautiful property in the country. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for Family Weekend
What a great property! Our family enjoyed our stay while visiting Kenyon College. It's just a short drive to Gambier from the Barn. The property is clean and comfortable with plenty of room for all of us. We love the it is pet friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Drew D.

Barn
Very nice rustic get-away. Plenty of space and well decorated. Really neat and would recommend.

8/10 Good

Andy C., O Fallon, MO

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country Getaway
Enjoyed the unique renovated barn setting. Perfect for our weekend family wedding nearby. Could have used better outside furniture on porch. A little too much of the owners stuff in the house. The coffee machine was nice and very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifford P., Northville, USA

Summer Farm Vacation
We had a wonderful stay in the barn. We liked the peaceful setting and the home-like family accommodations. There were 9 of us and it was easy to fit ourselves in for a cozy, family weekend. Leslie was great to deal with all the way. We will be back someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Grady B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and comfortable!
The barn is far more beautiful in person than the pictures if you ask us! The atmosphere is very relaxing and the owner Leslie is very generous and kind having left us a lovely bottle of wine as we were celebrating our 21st anniversary. We definitely plan to visit again sometime! I’d give 10 stars if I could!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay in Fabulous Renovated Barn for Kenyon graduation (20 minutes away)
Leslie the owner is a delight: accommodating, communicative and conscientious. The Barn was spotless and has a well-equipped kitchen, cozy robes and towel sets thoughtfully laid out in multiple baths. Attractive and eclectic decor with a nod to barn style. Primary bedroom mattress was so comfy! Great common space to relax. We enjoyed the covered porch with pastoral views of the meadows. We had a party of 6 and it worked perfectly for our group ages 21-60.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem
We did a fabulous girls weekend here. It’s a wonderful barn. If I had one complaint, it would be the spiral staircase to the second level. It makes it very challenging to carry a suitcase up, and the steeps are also very slippery. I would also note that the two twin beds are in a loft which if you’re going with family members it is open to down below and if you’re using it for children, it will be too noisy for them if you stay awake after they go to bed early
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Meg M., Columbus, OH

Restored Barn that lives up to Listing
Leslie was super helpful and accommodating during and after our rental. Large open family room area and kitchen with a modern take. A large loft area with sleeping and tv room is available but we never left the living room couch to enjoy it. The property is very cool and is definitely distinct from the neighbors, so it was very easy to locate from the direction provided. A nice place to enjoy a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Living in the Barn
Awesome property! Very unique and definitely not a "cookie cutter" stay. Leslie was very attentive to every need. She left personal notes and a welcome gift. She also checked in with us during our stay to make sure everything was fine. Awesome area to explore (mounds, winery, Granville, Heath, Alligator Mound,). Was a nice place to get away. We had fun visiting our kiddos at Denison. Looking forward to returning...maybe graduation weekend. Very memorable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

john g.

Very, very nice
My wife and I stayed for the weekend and really enjoyed the barn and atmosphere. The owner did a great job in restoring this old barn because it is beautiful and has all the amenities. It is open and spacious and very comfortable and clean. The property is lovely and we enjoyed being awoke by the rooster across the way.. Nice touch...lol I would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Grady B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No2 of my top 3
Leslie and her barn are just amazing. I’ve been a lot of places and this barn is my second favorite. If you haven’t been there I’d highly recommend it. The barn and everything in it is of the highest quality, and very unique. Leslie is by far the nicest host I’ve talked to we’ve never met face to face but she feels like family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place for a memorable experience
This gem located in the heart of Ohio will leave you speechless. Leslie has thought of everything and the attention to detail is something that truly sets this stay apart from others. From a fully equipped luxury kitchen with a grill outside, to the sauna and a bathtub fit for a king (or queen)...to the cozy feel you get from a fire burning in the fireplace as you lounge on the comfiest couch sharing time with friends and loved ones...this is a place perfect for making lasting memories. Leslie was extremely responsive, understanding of our circumstances leading up to the stay, and did everything you could ask of a host. We are extremely grateful to have found this special stay and to have had an exemplary host such as Leslie.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Barn!!
Absolutely wonderful property (Barn) - My family and I traveled to Ohio for my son's wedding and chose the property. It is very comfortable, relaxing, and more than we expected. The property is 40 mins from Amish Country - on Saturday we spent the day driving around to Amish shops, flea market, grocery stores, furniture stores, and even rode in an Amish Buggy. The town of Utica is small and very nice with all the things you need; too include the Velvet Ice Cream facotory - a must visit. Leslie was responsive and a pleasure to work with. We will visit again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat Barn
The property was great. The remodel of the barn was done beautifully. The backyard area was relaxing. We loved using the grill and the fire pit. The barn offered enough space for a great Father's Day family get together. Bring drinking water because the well water does have a sulphur smell. Overall, the barn was relaxing and enjoyable and we would love to go back sometime in the winter and be able to use the fire place. The host is hands off but very accessible and checked in to make sure we had what we needed for our stay. I would recommend this to anyone looking in the area and I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020